Job Description

Internal Auditor

Competitive Salary depending on experience + Excellent Company Benefits + Car

Hybrid working with travel to UK sites as required

Full Time

Champion compliance, fuel progress

Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, you will play a key role by assisting in the execution of audit engagements across financial, operational, and IT domains. This role involves testing internal controls, including those related to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and IT General Controls (ITGC). You will adhere to the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP) and IIA Global Internal Audit Standards, ensuring that all audit work meets the highest professional standards.



Offering a foundational opportunity to develop essential auditing skills within a dynamic international organization, you will have the opportunity to participate in ongoing learning and development opportunities, including training on audit techniques, industry regulations, and data analytics tools to stay informed about internal audit standards and best practices.

What we can offer you

Enjoy 33 days of annual leave

(including bank holidays) to rest and recharge

Save money every day with

our exclusive retail discounts

Drive a great deal

with discounts on new and used cars, plus servicing offers

Plan for the years ahead

with our company pension scheme

Balance home and work

with our industry-leading family-friendly policies designed to help you spend more time with the people that matter

Commute for less

with our cycle-to-work scheme

Prioritise your wellbeing

with dedicated support for you and your family

24/7 access to healthcare professionals

, ensuring you get the expert advice you need quickly and easily

Make a difference

with a paid day to volunteer in your community

Invest in your future

with our company share purchase plan

Earn financial rewards

when you refer a friend to join the team

Keep learning and growing

with our training and development opportunities for everyone.

Life assurance

with the option to increase cover We're open to

flexible working

options - just ask

What you'll do day to day

Perform audit testing, gather evidence, and document findings in accordance with internal audit standards. Conduct on-site fieldwork to observe and test processes, controls, and systems, working under the supervision of senior auditors to ensure that audit objectives are met, and findings are thoroughly documented. Participate in testing of internal controls over financial reporting as part of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance to document and evaluate the effectiveness of key controls. Assist in testing IT General Controls (ITGC), including evaluating the effectiveness of controls related to information systems and cybersecurity. Utilise data analytics tools to assist in identifying trends, anomalies, and risks within audit data supporting the development of data-driven audit procedures and enhance audit efficiency through data analysis. Assist in preparing audit reports, ensuring that findings, risks, and recommendations are clearly communicated. Work with senior auditors and the Head of Internal Audit to present findings to management and other stakeholders. Identify opportunities to improve internal controls, operational efficiencies, and risk management practices, providing suggestions for process enhancements based on observations.

Helpful skills and qualifications

Don't worry about ticking off every single skill here

if you care about delivering great experiences as much as we do, we want to hear from you


Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field. Commitment to pursuing professional certifications such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, or CISA is encouraged. Professional experience in internal or external audit is essential. Basic understanding of auditing standards and financial reporting principles. Familiarity with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and IT General Controls (ITGC). Basic proficiency in Excel, with an interest in developing advanced skills (e.g., Power Query, Power Pivot). Exposure to data analytics tools such as Power BI or Alteryx is advantageous. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. High attention to detail and organisational skills. High ethical standards and professional judgment. Flexibility for UK Travel.

We value diversity and believe it strengthens our team. If you don't meet every requirement listed but are enthusiastic about this role and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.

Be part of something big

Group 1 Automotive is on an exciting growth journey. We are home to over 7000 colleagues dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, with 114 dealerships in the UK, representing 21 brands at the forefront of automotive retail.

But you don't need to love cars to work with us

- just need to share our mission to create outstanding and trusted experiences for our customers, our partners, and our people.

Our Values

At Group 1 Automotive we pride ourselves on our five core values that are incorporated in all that we do.

Respect - Integrity - Transparency - Teamwork - Professionalism

These are the principles that every member of our team lives by, whether that be business functions, customer interactions, how we interact with the local community and even how we view each other in the team.